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938 California Avenue W
938 California Avenue W
938 California Avenue W
938 California Avenue W
938 California Avenue W

938 California Avenue W, Saint Paul, MN 55117 - MLS# 7160743

MLS® #: 7160743|Days on Market: 1|Listed: Oct 29, 2026
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$400,000

Open HouseNov 4, 3 - 5 PM
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Square Feet
1,673
Acres
0.156
Year Built
1951
Property Type
Residential
Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Garages
2
Days on Market
1
School District
625 - St. Paul

Stunning rare 4 level home w/classic 1950s original character combined w/beautifully updated open kitchen in prime Como Park location! Spacious main floor living room w/floor to ceiling cut stone fireplace

w/stone display shelves. Open eat-in kitchen completely renovated in 2024 w/center island, stainless steel appliances incl. induction cooktop, plentiful cabinetry & counter space opens to dining room. Striking oak flooring on main floor expanded into kitchen during renovation. 3 oversized bedrooms + 2 full bathrooms. Huge lower level primary bedroom w/totally updated en-suite full bath could easily double as second living area if needed - large enough to be used as a family room. Workshop area w/sauna on lowest level. Numerous updates include: New roof w/architectural shingles installed in 2022. Plumbing updated in home in 2018. Sauna installed in 2021. Top of chimney rebuilt in 2020. Furnace installed in 2018. Plentiful natural light in home from abundant windows. Treehouse in backyard to remain with sale. 2 car garage. Fenced backyard. Convenient location nearby restaurants, shopping, transit & Como Park & Zoo.

938 California Avenue W, Saint Paul, MN 55117

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Open Houses

  • NOV4
    Wednesday
    3 - 5 PM
  • NOV7
    Saturday
    1 - 3 PM

Interior Information

BasementBlock, Daylight/Lookout Windows, Full, Partially Finished, Storage Space
AppliancesDishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
CoolingCentral Air
HeatingForced Air
FuelNatural Gas
Fireplaces1
Fireplace FeaturesLiving Room, Wood Burning
LaundryLaundry Closet, Lower Level, Washer Hookup
Dining RoomBreakfast Bar, Eat In Kitchen, Separate/Formal Dining Room
Interior AmenitiesHardwood Floors, Kitchen Center Island, Kitchen Window, Natural Woodwork, Patio, Sauna, Tile Floors, Washer/Dryer Hookup
ElectricCircuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service

Size & Levels

LevelsFour or More Level Split
Total Finished Sq Ft2,250 sq ft
Above Grade Finished1,125 sq ft
Below Grade Finished548 sq ft
Main Level Finished500 sq ft

Bathrooms

Full Baths2
Bathroom DetailsFull Primary, Full Basement, Private Primary, Sauna, Upper Level Full Bath

Rooms

Main Level Rooms

Living Room19'2" x 13'4"
Dining Room11'9" x 9'5"
Kitchen11'9" x 10'8"
Patio15'7" x 14'3"

Upper Level Rooms

Bedroom15'4" x 11'4"
Bedroom 212'8" x 13'1"

Lower Level Rooms

Bedroom 322'2" x 14'7"

Exterior & Parking

ExteriorAluminum Siding
ConstructionBlock, Concrete, Frame
RoofAge 8 Years or Less, Architectural Shingle, Pitched
FoundationBlock
Patio / PorchPatio
Garage Stalls2
ParkingDetached Garage, Asphalt, Concrete, Garage Door Opener

Lot & Utilities

Property SubtypeSingle Family
Lot Size0.156 acres
Lot Dimensions51x134
Lot DescriptionCorner Lot, Tree Coverage - Medium
ZoningResidential-Single Family
SubdivisionBusse Add
TownshipSaint Paul
CountyRamsey
SewerCity Sewer/Connected
WaterCity Water/Connected
Road FrontageCity Street, Curbs, Paved Streets, Sidewalks
FencingChain Link, Full, Wood
Other StructuresOther
Power CompanyXcel Energy

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Taxes$5,722
Tax Year2026
Tax w/ Assessments$5,938
Other Annual Assessments$216
Assessment PendingNo
Parcel Number232923210061
Financing OptionsConventional, VA, FHA, Cash
Assumable MortgageNot Assumable
List TypeExclusive Right To Sell

Location

Call 612-356-2121For Showings and Questions

Neighborhood at a Glance

In this neighborhood, homes were most commonly built in 1940-1949, about 91% of occupied homes are owner-occupied, and the average commute is 20 minutes.

Cost of Ownership

Median home value

$333,500

Higher than the St. Paul median

The midpoint of estimated values for owner-occupied homes.

Median property taxes paid

$4,448/yr

Higher than the St. Paul median

The midpoint of annual property taxes paid by homeowners.

Typical monthly owner costs (with mortgage)

$1,977/mo

Similar to the St. Paul median

Median monthly housing costs for owners with a mortgage.

Typical monthly owner costs (no mortgage)

$842/mo

Higher than the St. Paul median

Median monthly housing costs for owners without a mortgage.

Median rent

$1,177/mo

Lower than the St. Paul median

The midpoint of monthly gross rent, including utilities.

Homes in the Area

Owner-occupied homes

91%

Higher than St. Paul overall

The share of occupied homes lived in by their owners.

Median year built

1946

Similar to the St. Paul median

The midpoint of years when homes in the area were built.

Home age by decade

The share of homes built during each period.

  • 1980-19895%
  • 1960-19696%
  • 1950-195923%
  • 1940-194933%
  • 1939 or earlier30%

Types of homes

The share of housing units in each building type.

  • Single-family detached89%
  • 2-4 units5%
  • 5+ units6%

Getting Around

Average commute

20 min

Lower than the St. Paul median

The average one-way travel time to work for commuters.

How people get to work

The share of workers using each listed way to get to work.

  • Drive alone53%
  • Work from home36%

Homes with broadband

97%

Higher than St. Paul overall

The share of households with a broadband internet subscription.

Estimates for the surrounding census tract, not this specific home.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates. This product uses the Census Bureau Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

Schools

Saint Paul Public Schools

This home is in the Chelsea Heights Elementary, Murray Middle School and Como Park Senior High attendance areas of Saint Paul Public Schools.

Elementary

Chelsea Heights Elementary

Grades PK-5 · 0.8 mi away

Enrollment
305
Students per teacher
14.5

1557 Huron St, Saint Paul, MN 55108

(651) 293-8790

Middle

Murray Middle School

Grades 6-8 · 2.6 mi away

Enrollment
576
Students per teacher
22.2

2200 Buford Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55108

(651) 293-8740

High

Como Park Senior High

Grades 9-12 · 1.1 mi away

Enrollment
1,034
Students per teacher
19.9

740 Rose Ave W, Saint Paul, MN 55117

(651) 293-8800

School assignments can change. Verify enrollment with Saint Paul Public Schools.

Sources: Minnesota Department of Education attendance areas (2025-26); NCES Common Core of Data 2024 via the Urban Institute Education Data Portal.

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